Business Operations and Financial Planning Manager

Lead financial, operational, regulatory, and administrative activities within a fast-paced gaming environment Partner with the Vice President of Operations and cross-functional teams to support business performance and growth Manage daily business operations, financial activities, compliance, billing, vendors, reporting, and staff Support annual budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and operational planning Review P&L statements, revenue, expenses, staffing costs, forecasts, and budget variances Identify financial risks, trends, and opportunities and recommend corrective actions Develop financial and operational reports, dashboards, KPIs, and performance metrics for leadership Monitor spending and performance against budgets and forecasts Oversee regulatory reporting and compliance documentation in a highly regulated gaming environment Maintain accurate records, reporting controls, and audit documentation Partner with Compliance, Legal, Finance, and Operations on regulatory matters, audits, and internal controls Supervise staff through training, coaching, performance management, workload allocation, and development Establish goals, priorities, and expectations while supporting employee growth and succession planning Oversee billing operations for accuracy, timeliness, compliance, and contractual requirements Manage vendor relationships, contracts, service expectations, expenditures, and performance Support contract reviews, negotiations, vendor selection, and cost-saving initiatives Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, strengthen controls, and improve service Perform other duties as assigned Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Management, Operations, or a related field required MBA, CPA, CMA, or relevant professional certification preferred 8–12 years of progressive experience in business operations, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, accounting support, compliance, or operational management Strong experience with P&L analysis, budgeting, forecasting, revenue performance, expense management, financial reporting, and variance analysis Experience supporting executive leadership with financial planning, operational analysis, reporting, and business decision-making Experience preparing, reviewing, or maintaining regulatory reports and compliance documentation, preferably within gaming or another highly regulated environment Previous supervisory/people leadership experience required, including coaching, performance management, workload prioritization, and employee development Experience overseeing billing operations, financial controls, or related operational processes Strong business and financial acumen with ability to independently evaluate issues, manage competing priorities, and make sound operational decisions Demonstrated success identifying and implementing process improvements, cost efficiencies, and operational solutions Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-activity environment with multiple priorities, changing business needs, and aggressive deadlines Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook Advanced Excel skills, including financial analysis, forecasting models, pivot tables, dashboards, and reporting Experience with ERP systems, budgeting/forecasting tools, financial reporting applications, and business intelligence platforms Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret complex financial and operational data and translate findings into actionable recommendations Ability to exercise independent judgment over operational, financial, compliance, and personnel matters Ability to establish priorities and allocate resources to achieve departmental objectives Core Competencies Demonstrates strong financial acumen and operational management skills, with expertise in P&L analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance within a highly regulated gaming environment. Proven ability to lead teams, manage vendor relationships, and implement process improvements to enhance business performance. Highest-signal resume keywords P&L Analysis Budgeting Financial Reporting Regulatory Compliance People Leadership ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Financial Analysis Forecasting Variance Analysis Operational Planning Performance Metrics Soft Skills Interpersonal Communication Coaching Performance Management Problem Solving Decision Making Certifications & Qualifications MBA CPA CMA Industry Keywords Gaming Regulatory Reporting Compliance Documentation Vendor Management Cost Efficiency Tools & Technologies Microsoft Excel ERP Systems Financial Reporting Applications Budgeting Tools Business Intelligence Platforms #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor